MODEL 1853 SHARPS CARBINE “JOHN BROWN SHARPS”.

MODEL 1853 SHARPS CARBINE “JOHN BROWN SHARPS”. SN 19723. Cal 52. Bbl 21-1/2″. Bbl marked “Sharps Rifle/Manufg. Co./Hartford Conn”. Tang marked “C. Sharps/Patent/1848” and serial number “19723”. Lockplate is marked “Sharps/Patent/1852”. Gun appears original and complete in every regard. Gun retains 50%+ original blue on its bbl though much of it has thinned. The rifling is deep and crisp. Lock exhibits some case color in protected areas. Inspector initials “JPC” are distinct. The name of the owner “Edmund Barr” is nicely carved in buttstock opposite lock in red wax. Remnants of war are seen in the letters. Edmund Barr should be researched. It would be interesting if Edmund Barr turns out to be an abolitionist in “Bleeding Kansas”, where so many guns were shipped to the Kansas Aid Society in 1855 and 1856. Regardless of history, you are bidding on a fine example of the classic John Brown Sharps. CONDITION: Bbl retains 50% original blue, though thin. Scattered scrapes and scratches. Remaining metal is gray/brown with some finish in protected areas. Bore is fine with crisp rifling with areas of pitting. Forestock and buttstock are very good and solid with scattered scratches, nicks and scrapes. Brass mountings including band, patchbox and buttplate have a pleasant yellow mustard patina. Gun is fully functional including Maynard capping device. Correct long range rear sight lacks adjustment. 4-35898 JS5 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2365	$9,775.00	MODEL 1853 SHARPS CARBINE “JOHN BROWN SHARPS”. SN 19723. Cal 52. Bbl 21-1/2″. Bbl marked “Sharps Rifle/Manufg. Co./Hartford Conn”. Tang marked “C. Sharps/Patent/1848” and serial number “19723”. Lockplate is marked “Sharps/Patent/1852”. Gun appears original and complete in every regard. Gun retains 50%+ original blue on its bbl though much of it has thinned. The rifling is deep and crisp. Lock exhibits some case color in protected areas. Inspector initials “JPC” are distinct. The name of the owner “Edmund Barr” is nicely carved in buttstock opposite lock in red wax. Remnants of war are seen in the letters. Edmund Barr should be researched. It would be interesting if Edmund Barr turns out to be an abolitionist in “Bleeding Kansas”, where so many guns were shipped to the Kansas Aid Society in 1855 and 1856. Regardless of history, you are bidding on a fine example of the classic John Brown Sharps. CONDITION: Bbl retains 50% original blue, though thin. Scattered scrapes and scratches. Remaining metal is gray/brown with some finish in protected areas. Bore is fine with crisp rifling with areas of pitting. Forestock and buttstock are very good and solid with scattered scratches, nicks and scrapes. Brass mountings including band, patchbox and buttplate have a pleasant yellow mustard patina. Gun is fully functional including Maynard capping device. Correct long range rear sight lacks adjustment. 4-35898 JS5 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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